Audio-Technica AT-LP60XBT
The AT-LP60XBT makes vinyl feel wonderfully friction-free, pairing fully automatic playback with Bluetooth convenience and a built-in phono stage. Andrew Robinson admired its articulate vocals, dynamics and surprising textural detail, while What Hi-Fi? found an entertaining, coherent balance. It is an approachable, compact gateway to fuss-free record listening.
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Nicely Roasted
Sound Quality
80/100
Build Quality
74/100
Features Usability
91/100
Value for Money
83/100
Pros
Fully automatic operation, Bluetooth and a switchable built-in phono stage make setup and everyday playback exceptionally simple.
Delivers a coherent, enjoyable presentation with commendable timing, balanced treble and engaging dynamics.
Its fixed cartridge can retrieve pleasing vocal articulation, treble texture and fine musical nuance for an entry-level deck.
Cons
Plastic-heavy, lightweight construction and a hollow platter feel inexpensive and can be prone to resonance.
Detail, separation and rhythmic drive diminish with dense arrangements; bass weight is also limited.
Bluetooth playback sacrifices some fullness, dimensionality and high-frequency texture, while the fixed cartridge cannot be upgraded.
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What Reviewers Are Saying
SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 80/100
The AT-LP60XBT delivers an enjoyable, coherent and generally well-balanced listen, with reviewers agreeing that it exceeds modest expectations in several respects. Its limitations become clearer with dense arrangements, where detail, rhythmic drive and low-end weight are less assured; Bluetooth also trades some body and high-frequency texture for convenience.
Overall Sound
84/100
What Hi-Fi found a coherent, entertaining presentation with admirable timing, adequate bass and smooth treble, but said fine detail and separation suffer on busy recordings. Andrew Robinson was much more enthusiastic about its detail, dynamics, vocal focus and treble texture, while also noting lighter bass weight than some rivals.
Speed Stability
81/100
What Hi-Fi described the timing as admirable, if not completely precise. The deck supports 33⅓ and 45rpm operation, though the reviewer found it struggles with 10-inch records regardless of speed.
Tonearm Performance
78/100
The supplied arm supports fully automatic operation, including returning to its rest at the end of a side. Reviewers provide little direct assessment of its bearings, adjustability or tracking precision, so its performance beyond basic convenience is not clearly established.
Noise Isolation
76/100
Andrew Robinson noted that the hollow, lightweight platter is prone to resonance. What Hi-Fi did not report obvious harshness in the tonal balance, but neither review presents strong evidence of especially effective isolation from mechanical or external vibration.
Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.
Build Quality
74/100
Both reviewers criticize the lightweight, plastic-heavy construction and inexpensive button feel; What Hi-Fi calls it unusually cheap-feeling for the price. Andrew Robinson nevertheless expects it to remain reliable through regular long-term use, separating its modest materials from outright fragility.
Features Usability
91/100
This is a notably easy deck to live with, combining fully automatic operation, a switchable built-in phono stage and Bluetooth with SBC and aptX support. Reviewers highlight that it can handle much of the playing process at the press of a button, although 10-inch record compatibility is a practical drawback.
Value for Money
83/100
At roughly £179/$149 in the reviews, the feature set is generous: Bluetooth, a phono stage and automatic playback are unusual conveniences at this level. Andrew Robinson calls it an impressive machine for the money, while What Hi-Fi feels the cheap materials and need for better partnering equipment undermine its appeal for more serious vinyl listeners.
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Specifications
- Turntable
- Belt drive turntable, fully automatic
- Type
- DC servo-controlled
- Motor
- Belt-drive
- Drive Method
- 33-1/3 RPM, 45 RPM
- Speeds
- Aluminum
- Turntable Platter
- Less than 0.25% (WTD) @ 3 kHz
- Wow and Flutter
- >50 dB (DIN-B)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio
- Pre-amp “PHONO”: 2.5 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/secPre-amp “LINE”: 150 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec
- Output Level
- 36 dB nominal, RIAA equalized
- Phono Pre-Amp Gain
- 100 to 240V, 50/60 Hz,0.6 A Max.
- Power Supply Requirements
- 359.5 mm (14.15") W x 97.5 mm (3.84") H x 373.3 mm (14.70") D
- Dimensions
- 2.6 kg (5.73 lbs.)
- Weight
- Dust cover, felt mat, platter (with drive belt), 45 RPM adapter, RCA audio cable (approx. 1.2 m (3.9')), AC adapter (approx. 1.5 m (4.9'))
- Accessories Included
- 12 V, 2 A
- AC Adapter
- ATN3600LC
- Replacement Stylus
- Bluetooth Version 5.0
- Communication System
- Line of sight - approx. 10 m (33')
- Maximum Communication Range
- A2DP
- Compatible Bluetooth Profile
- SBC, Qualcomm aptX
Manufacturer's Description — Audio-Technica
#1 best-selling turntable in the U.S.*
The AT-LP60XBT gives you all the great features of the AT-LP60X fully automatic belt-drive stereo turntable with the added convenience of Bluetooth® wireless connectivity. The turntable pairs with speakers, headphones or other wireless devices. With its CSR BT chipset, the turntable is even able to connect to devices that support the aptX codec, which offers much-improved sound quality over the standard SBC code.
*Source: Circana, Retail Tracking Service, U.S., based on dollar and unit sales, 12 months ending December 2023.
The AT-LP60XBT gives you all the great features of the AT-LP60X fully automatic belt-drive stereo turntable with the added convenience of Bluetooth® wireless connectivity. The turntable pairs with speakers, headphones or other wireless devices. With its CSR BT chipset, the turntable is even able to connect to devices that support the aptX codec, which offers much-improved sound quality over the standard SBC code.
Of course, the AT-LP60XBT can also be operated just like a regular turntable with a traditional wired connection. Either way – wired or wireless – you get outstanding audio with the ease of automatic operation controlled by front-panel start, stop and tonearm lift buttons.
Audio-Technica has been a leader in phono cartridge design for more than 50 years, and that expertise shows in the AT-LP60XBT’s Dual Magnet™ cartridge with replaceable stylus. The cartridge is integrated into the headshell for assured performance and ease of setup. The original stylus can be replaced by the ATN3600LC (sold separately). For those looking to further enhance your audio experience, the ATN3600LE elliptical stylus can also be purchased.
The AT-LP60XBT plays both 33-1/3 and 45 RPM records and comes with a 45 RPM adapter, a detachable dual RCA output cable (for wired connection) and a removable hinged dust cover.
** The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Audio-Technica Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
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Purchase an AT-LP60XBT turntable from this page and receive an AT-SP65xBT Bluetooth speaker for only $39.00. How to redeem?Add an AT-LP60XBT to your cart. Then add the AT-SP65xBT to your cart and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout.
Purchase an AT-LP60XBT turntable from this page and receive an AT-SP65xBT Bluetooth speaker for only $39.00.
How to redeem?
Add an AT-LP60XBT to your cart. Then add the AT-SP65xBT to your cart and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout.
Cut the Cord, Keep the Vinyl
This stylish upgrade of our popular wireless turntable lets you enjoy the warm, analog sound of vinyl through a convenient Bluetooth® wireless connection.
Connect to Wireless Speakers and Headphones
The LP60XBT can connect to devices with Bluetooth® technology that support the high-quality Qualcomm® aptX™ audio codec, giving you exceptional sound from the wireless connection.
Over 60 Years of Analog Excellence
We got our start in Tokyo in 1962, designing and manufacturing high-performance phono cartridges. That half-century’s worth of analog expertise goes into every turntable we produce, ensuring you get the best listening experience from your vinyl.
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